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Barn Break-Out: 1977 Porsche 911S

A barn find knows no brand limitations! And while there is no reason that a neglected motor can’t be something as auspicious as a 1977 Porsche 911S, they’re generally something much more pedestrian. So with that thought in mind,… more»

Garage Find! 1957 Porsche 356A Speedster

There are some cars that are simply iconic. They need no introduction, no description. You already know how special it is (and how expensive it will be). Any Porsche Speedster, of any generation, falls into this category. It is… more»

Exotic Rebuilder: 2005 Porsche Carrera GT

If you ever want a glimpse into the world of extreme wealth, take note of the fact that this wrecked 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is currently sitting on a Copart auction site commanding a bid of almost $400,000. Now,… more»

Dad’s Forgotten Roadster: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Sorting through a deceased loved one’s possessions is hardly a fun chore, even if their property includes a forgotten collector car like this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL. There’s always more paperwork involved than you’d like, and dealing with a car… more»

Save or Scrap? Salty 1967 Amphicar

The Amphicar (short for Amphibious Car, meaning it can travel on land and water) is probably one of the most unique civilian production cars ever made. The official model is called the 770, denoting the ability to travel 7mph… more»

Rare Drop Top: 1965 NSU Spider

UPDATE 12/10/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1965 NSU Spyder had no success in finding a buyer for this rare classic last time, so he’s taking another shot at it. Maybe he’s hoping that with the festive… more»

GTI Alternative: 1991 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Starting with the Golf GTI, Volkswagen has an extensive history making modern, engaging, front-wheel-drive sports cars. The Jetta GLI takes the spirit of the fun-to-drive go-kart Golf GTI and puts it in a package that can take your friends… more»

Overland Legend Lost: 1965 Unimog M404

A few days ago, I came across a Facebook post in the “Junkyard Finds” group that included a curious thing: a reference to a pick-and-pull yard putting a classic Mercedes-Benz Unimog into the self-service section loaded with high-end off-road… more»

37k Mile Beauty! 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL600 V12

The Mercedes SL Class is a grand touring sports car, equipped with plenty of everything to ensure that the driver has a great experience every time he or she gets behind the wheel.  And since I haven’t seen all… more»

Porsche With Provenance: 1958 356A Speedster

Braggadocio finds its way into every aspect of life but is most notable in the car peddling biz and this 1958 Porsche 356 is no exception as the seller states, “THE Most Famous Speedster in the Country and in… more»

1995(!) One-Owner VW Beetle!

The final “traditional” (read that as rear-engined) VW Beetle sedan sold in the US left the dealership sometime in 1977 (the convertible soldiered on until 1979). However, traditional Beetle production continued until the last one was produced in Mexico… more»

Numbers Matching 1971 Porsche 911T

The one thing that’s not in doubt is that this is a desirable car. It’s a 1971 Porsche 911T with its original engine, #6115746. It’s mostly complete, though the front bumper and some trim are missing. It was a… more»

Hand-Built! 1964 Volkswagen Sports Car

This likely is a one-of-a-kind kit-type car, built in the 1960s on a VW chassis. It’s been in storage for more than four decades and is not in running condition. The steel body is custom-made so if you had… more»

W114 Survivor: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280

This seems like an incredible deal for a running classic Mercedes-Benz that is largely solid and still presents very well despite ten years in storage. The seller notes he has lost his storage arrangement since discovering this 1973 280… more»

Florida Find? 1952 Porsche 356 Pre-A Coupe

In the world of air-cooled Porsches, the earliest models tend to command the most interest and money. This is a curious listing for a 1952 Porsche 356 Pre-A coupe that appears to be for sale by a dealer in… more»

930 Roller: 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo

While we all have projects that we hope to get to someday, most of us would say there’s a threshold for what gets done and what remains unfinished. How desirable is the car? Is there sentimental value at play?… more»